Language: R (75+ swears, 67 ‘f’); Mature Content: PG (mildly inappropriate interactions with coach, pot smoking, bulimia); Violence: G
BUYING ADVISORY: HS - OPTIONAL
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Violetta lives and breathes tennis, following in the footsteps of her mother who had to leave a promising career when she had Violetta. Leylah dropped out of tennis two years ago, but now she is back and ready to prove she is still a rising star. Alice is new to this level of competitive tennis, and is still not really sure how she made it here, especially as she is still mourning her Baba (father), who was her coach. Rooming together at Bastille, the most prestigious tennis academy and site of the tournament to win in order to prove yourself to be worthy tennis elite, each girl has secrets and pains that they are trying to hide from themselves and from everyone around them.
The three girls are all Asian, an underrepresented group in tennis. Worthwhile to have around in paperback for those few students who are interested in tennis. The girls’ struggles are heartfelt, and I enjoyed the insight behind the scenes in tennis.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
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